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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 8h

Nothing screams loud and clear, "I am a Russian asset" like Trump's behavior/comments regarding his deal with Putin to allow Russian diesel sales. The deal violates Congress' recent legislation, gives Putin money to continue his Ukraine war, and does very little to actually mitigate diesel prices.

apnews.com

Trump says Ukraine should get a new president as he blames Zelenskyy for US diesel prices

Former President Donald Trump says Ukraine needs a new leader, suggesting President Volodymyr Zelenskyy hasn't done enough to end the war with Russia.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Yes, #1 is probably true. Regarding #2, he is lazy for sure and doesn't care what impression his words impart. He just blurts out shit; the consequences of his words are immaterial to him. About #3, he would care only about how it affected him.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

Trump was ineptly saying that paying higher gas/diesel prices is better than risking nuclear strikes on US soil. Again, I don't agree with his false assumptions about Iran's ability/intention to build & use nukes. However, I think Dems' responses give maga ammunition to say the other side lies.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 06/10/2026

This may not be a popular perspective, but... While I agree that's trump's statements here are, as usual, jumbled, confusing and based on lies and false assumptions, I do not think he was inviting Iran to take out LA and San Diego. Rather...

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

I don't care about investigations, unless they lead to indictments or other meaningful, consequential outcomes. There has to be real accountability, not just political damage to the opposition. We also need real action on legislation and constitutional amendments to shore up our democracy.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

So... What would happen if a human person did this? Could an individual be prosecuted for this activity? If the answer is yes, then why isn't OpenAI being prosecuted for illegal activity? They are the responsible party, not the bots.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

This is a compelling analysis of why parties and partisans operate as they do. It offers Democrats some insight as to how they might address their own party differences, and how Democratic candidates might approach and interact differently with independent and maga voters.

dailykos.com

The Psychology of Conservatism: Why Do People Keep Voting for Republicans?

As a psychologist, I’ve spent a lot of time with people who hold beliefs I find hard to sit with. And one of the first things you learn doing this job is that change is near impossible when the work…

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

@american.partisan.social Thank you for including me in your starter pack!

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Congratulations to @karenattiah.bsky.social who should never have been fired. She printed the truth.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 22/08/2026

Yes, it is clear that Trump and his minions think the American government is a monarchy. The presumption of entitlement is astounding and dangerous, especially so given Trump's SCOTUS enablers.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Young Elvis looks just like old donald trump -- amazing!

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Well said. In America, the wealthiest country in the history of the world, if you're working hard, you should make a living wage and have access to affordable health/child-care, housing, food and education.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Yeah, it turns out that the guardrails meant to protect American democracy were mostly just people -- and weak, political shills at that -- who primarily are looking to please their "superiors" to protect their jobs and future prospects.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

Like many CEOs, Cook's adult life has been mostly about making money for investers and himself -- which must be, I'm sure, the ultimate aim of life in our universe. 😉 As with most CEOs, history will not remember him at all. In the grand scheme, his life is less consequential than any good teacher.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

The image of Rudy Giuliani Sr. kicking the shit out of anyone is utterly ludicrous. 😂

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yeah, same for me. 🙁 BTW... I envy your dual citizenship. Elbows up! 👍

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Grew up with Bob Seger, starting with Smokin' OPs album. I'm sure you know from growing up in Detroit Bob's view of Obama is not universal among white population. I haven't been there in 3 or 4 years, but I'm still amazed how much white flight to far northern suburbs is still happening. Unfortunate.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yeah, trump said they were going to fix everything on Day 1, but somehow they have not done that. If Biden broke it and they haven't fixed it, that makes them grossly incompetent. They can't have it both ways, though the MSM is good at letting them tack that way.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Yeah, clearly Mark Burnett was only about making money, because "reality" TV is anything but.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

I lived in upstate NY in the 80s. It was common knowledge then that trump is a corrupt, incompetent businessman, not to mention a lying, cheating, sleazy, no-taste, low-life SOB. Tried to tell some high school friends the truth in 2016, but they had only ever watched The Apprentice and knew better.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

Mr. Bouie gets this right. Maga's obsession with "wokeness" is a massive over- simplification/reaction to the admittedly sometimes annoying political correctness on the left. Aside from totally perverting the original notion of wokeness, this serves only to further maga's authoritarian bent/aims.

youtube.com

The pundits have completely lost the plot

YouTube video by Takes™ by Jamelle Bouie

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Thanks, Pete, for cutting through the MSM crap focusing on democratic socialists vs moderates. It's just not that helpful. None of it is central to understanding that Americans want simple things: decent wages, affordable housing and healthcare, good schools, fair taxes and honesty in gov't.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Pete reminds us what a huge distraction the MSM's coverage of democratic socialists vs moderates is. It's just not that helpful. None of it is central to understanding that Americans want simple things: decent wages, affordable housing and healthcare, good schools, fair taxes and honesty in gov't.

youtube.com

Want Change? You're Not Alone.

YouTube video by Pete Buttigieg

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

Correct! All businesses and billionaires decide to create jobs based on a business investment case. If there is not sufficient return on investment, it doesn't matter how big a pile of money they're sitting on. They will not invest or create jobs. And yes, the jobs are necessary to create the ROI.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

For many maga cheerleaders, the cruelty, hatred, and narcissism are features/benefits not bugs. These voters (unfortunately, more people than anyone imagined) saw in Trump confirmation of their own personal ideologies and inclinations, and felt it gave them permission to be themselves publicly.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 08/08/2026

If Michigan independents allow themselves to be pulled into voting for Mike Rogers because of GOP fear mongering over socialism, Muslims, Israel, etc., then they have learned nothing and they deserve the further pain they will get from Rogers and other GOP Trump enablers. Too bad for the rest of us.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

Yeah, what everyone else said...just more performative maga crap from Tillis and Cornyn. Blanche will do whatever Trump asks him to do. State AGs need to figure out a way to eventually charge Blanche, or at least disbar him, after the orange one has left the building.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Yes...If Gov. Beshear isn't satisfied that Mitch McConnell is alive and capable of representing his Kentucky constituents, then the governor needs to push back HARD and move forward to ensure that a replacement for McConnell can step in, either through appointment or special election.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

Yes! Dems should say simply: "Republicans want to make you fearful, using words like socialism and communism, and blaming your woes on black and brown people. That lets them avoid talking about billionaire tax cuts and why you can't afford healthcare, housing, childcare, food, electricity and gas.

crooksandliars.com

Wis Democrat: People Should Not Be Shy Of The Term Socialist

Rep Gwen Moore shares her view of Democratic Socialism and said that Democrats need to stop being afraid of the term socialism.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

@cnn.com Thank you for standing up to presidential bullying in trump's further attempts to undermine American elections. Please keep doing more of the same. Ultimately, you are protecting your business model as a news outlet in a free society.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

@nbcnews.com Thank you for standing up to presidential bullying in trump's further attempts to undermine American elections. Please keep doing more of the same. Ultimately, you are protecting your business model as a news outlet in a free society.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

@govandybeshear.bsky.social If you haven't spoken with Sen. Mitch McConnell and concluded to your satisfaction that the senator is physically able and competent to represent his Kentucky constituents, then you must do all in your power to ensure that Kentuckians get the representation they deserve.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Trump says there will be a 20% fee for passage through the Strait of Hormuz. Oil prices skyrocket, up about 10% today. Given the continuing instability caused by Trump's pronouncements and behavior, gasoline prices will remain high for Americans well into the future. And Trump cronies will profit.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

YES! Beshear must act boldly. We know what happens when Dems strongly object to GOP non-compliance with norms/laws and then just wait for republicans to do the right thing. Anyone recall how we got Neil Gorsuch?

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 12/07/2026

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 04/07/2026

Refreshing to read this truth delivered straight up! I'm so tired of endless MSM coverage attempting to explain maga behavior as frustration with the lack of stability that modern capitalism and "liberal" government has created for White Americans -- as if this is somehow justification for racism.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

For sure, and no mention that Trump broke everything to begin with and now we're just trying to claw our way back to where we were under the Obama plan.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

60 more days of cease fire, Strait of Hormuz to open, US blockade to be lifted. Of course, ALL of the hard stuff is yet to be negotiated. I don't see this administration being able to get a better deal than Obama put in place. Trump has no patience for tedious negotiations.

apnews.com

Deal is reached to end Iran war and Trump orders stop to US naval blockade

The United States and Iran have reached an agreement to end the war and open the Strait of Hormuz. This offers relief to the global economy more than three months since fighting began.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 13/06/2026

If by "meaningful" you mean...the agreement will take US back to pre-war status, except Iran gains access to some frozen assets, and US gets a vague promise Iran will begin negotiating over production of nuclear materials. US will be in worse position -- $$/lives lost and its reputation in tatters.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 12/06/2026

Not trying to be rude, but maybe it's just pointless to think that any one in a cult is going to be moved to leave the cult simply because they are confronted with some compelling social media posts.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Absolutely agree. I get the feeling that the best image to capture the likely outcome of Trump's pronouncements today involves Charlie Brown, Lucy, and a football.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 09/06/2026

Yeah, those crafty "Dumocrats" are always up to something!

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 07/06/2026

Unfortunately, it likely will take a generation of effort to assess the full damage of this administration. And that's assuming we actually elect sane legislators in '26 and a president in '28 who has a mandate and agenda to fix the damage and address institutional rot and wealth inequality.

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DetroitJamoke @jamoke2024.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

Trump translation: The "Black jobs" are always less, because there are fewer "Black jobs" than "White jobs." I don't see the problem. Everything is as it should be."

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